GentlemenI have broken down and started a new gameing period, WWI aircraft. The question I pose is where can I find good information on color schemes and camoflage for aircraft of all nations, either internet or print material. Thanks ahead of time.

The best sources for the wargamer are the Squadron books. They have "in action" paperback books of all the famous aircraft. Next are the Osprey "Aces" series. These are way cool. They have at least 8 color pages, with dozens of 1/72 drawings of the aces of that particular aircraft. I know of no one book to consult, so you must get books for each type. Luckily, you don't need to get Albatros DVa and DIII books, but merely "Albatros in Action" and "Albatros Aces."

For Squadron, check out the manufacturer's listing on this site. Call them up, though, and get the monthly catalog. Their website doesn't really go into all the available stuff.

If you are gaming in 1:72, this is really the cheapest scale, because of the price of plastic kits. Most kits have decals and color schemes for up to 4 different individual planes, usually for a famous ace.

1/72 kits are the way to go because of the wide variety of kits available. 1/148 Pewter kits are the best though for their size and detail....however, they are not readily available here in the US and there is not a wide range out...yet. Presently we use 1/72 kits. The squadron books rock for paint schemes and there are other books on detail as well. The resources are boundless. Check out your local library. By the by...big game this weekend at Ft Niagara..1/72 that is. We use canvas eagles rules. They are simple and easy to use.